Crown Black Bituminous Coal

Hazard statements (CLP)

H320, H335

Code

Statements

H320

Causes eye irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification: Directive 1999/45/EC EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Product definition

This product is irregular, rectangular-shaped chunks or particles, dense, grayish-black color with a slight, minimal dank odor.

Health hazards

Dust may cause mechanical irritation to eyes. Prolonged exposure to dust from this product may cause skin and respiratory tract irritation. Potential lung damage from long term coal dust exposure. Flammability Hazards: This product is may be Flammable when exposed to temperatures greater than 260°F Reactivity Hazards: Not reactive

Environmental hazards

The environmental effects of this product are not expected to cause significant adverse effects Emergency Considerations: Emergency responders must wear the proper personal protective equipment (and have appropriate fire-suppression equipment) suitable for the situation to which they are responding. US DOT SYMBOLS

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EU LABELING AND CLASSIFICATION

Hazardous Ingredients

Fixed Carbon GHS Hazard Classification(s) Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 4

Precautionary statements

H320: Causes eye irritation P260: Do not breath dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray H335: May cause respiratory irritation P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling P271: Use only in well ventilated area. P281: Use personal protective equipment as required EU HAZARD CLASSIFICATION PER DIRECTIVE 1999/45/EC: [Xi] Irritant R36/37: Irritating to eyes and respiratory system S22: Do not breathe dust S36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. HEALTH HAZARDS OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE: ACUTE: EYE Not identified as an irritant. High dust concentrations may cause mechanical irritation. SKIN No adverse effects expected. INGESTION No adverse effects expected. INHALATION Temporary discomfort to upper respiratory tract may occur due to inhalation of high dust levels well above the 8 hour occupational exposure limit. Long term inhalation of coal dust may lead to pneumoconiosis. CHRONIC: Long term inhalation of coal dust may lead to pneumoconiosis. TARGET ORGANS: ACUTE: Eye, Respiratory System CHRONIC: Respiratory System

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 4